Anemia is the most commonly encountered hematological
condition during the preoperative evaluation of the
cardiovascular surgery patients. Preoperative anemia is
associated with an increase in morbidity and mortality
in patients who undergo cardiac surgery. In addition,
it is the most important determinant of perioperative
blood transfusion, with its many risks and side effects.
Therefore, determining and treating the reason of preoperative
anemia may resolve post-surgical untoward
results. Future studies are warranted to determine
whether the treatment for anemia administrated before
the cardiovascular surgery will resolve postoperative
untoward results.

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